Shinola Runwell Turntable w/Ortofon 2M Blue Cartridge - Gorgeous White Oak Finish

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General:
This turntable was sold by Shinola in Detroit and featured prominently in the rooms of their downtown boutique hotel. It was discontinued and is now super collectible. 

Pictures don't do justice to how nice this looks in person.

Manufactured by VPI (NJ based company) for Shinola out of Detroit, so you know the quality is top notch.

The whole turntable has a very clean aesthetic, and mounted is a great MM (Moving-Magnet) phono cartridge the Ortofon 2M Blue.

It's also extremely easy to use thanks to its built in phono stage. No need to connect this to a phono preamp, just plugin to any regular input on your stereo and play.

We just installed a new belt for peace of mind for  the next owner.  Also includes the optional and hard to find matching acrylic dust cover. 

Included is our renowned 12 Step Calibration Process ($390 value) which will get this beauty to its maximum performance.

SkyFi Cosmetic Notes:
There are light marks present near the tonearm. Light scratches on the Cover. Overall very good condition.

Ownership:
Single Owner

Connections:
RCA, IEC power

Included:
Turntable, Cartridge, Dust Cover.

General Sound:
Smooth, uncolored, undistorted natural and clean

Cosmetic Condition:
8/10 = Very Good. Excellent front faceplate, one minor flaw on chassis side or top. See our detailed rating description here.

Working Condition:
Working perfectly and calibrated on our custom turntable calibration stand.

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Original MSRP:
$2,500.00

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Kimber Kable - Phono Interconnects

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Testing Process:
First we try to identify any mechanical issues, particularly in the tonearm bearings. We check for freedom of movement or any resistance on both the horizontal and vertical range. There is a quick test for this which involves placing the table on its front edge and allowing the arm to swing freely like a pendulum. We then make any adjustments necessary to achieve minimal resistance and sometimes adjust the bearing pressure. On gimbal tonearms we inspect the cone tip with a magnifier.

We then assess the platter speed using one of several methods, the most accurate being playing a test tone on a test record and measuring the frequency output with a frequency counter or oscilloscope. We also utilize test equipment to measure the wow and flutter to ensure it is within spec. We do this for all speeds available for that particular model (33 RPM, 45 RPM, 78 RPM).

Adjustments are then made to achieve proper speed which will vary depending on the turntable's drive design. Some require an adjustment of an internal or external potentiometer, some will require a pulley or motor adjustment. We also inspect the platter bearing to ensure it is properly lubricated, keeping in mind that some bearings don't require lubrication at all

We then inspect the power supply and address any issues with overworked capacitors, particularly on Linn and later Thorens machines which tend to need attention.

On fully mechanical vintage tables like the Thorens TD-124 and Garrard 301/401 we will go thought the entire mechanism. Then replace any worn parts and lubricate all components necessary to ensure smooth operation, speed change, and low mechanical noise. 

When fitting a new phono cartridge we will go through our detailed calibration process ($390) which can involve as many as 12 steps depending on the tonearm design. We perform this work on our custom turntable calibration rig which was developed in-house.

Some of these steps include:
• Pivot to Spindle Adjustment
• Tracking Force
• Anti-Skate
• Tonearm Height
• Lifter Height
• VTA (Vertical Tracking Angle)
• Azimuth
• Stylus Distance and Overhang

We then do a critical listening test using our test records and our test system to ensure proper sonics.